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The very word, marsh mallow makes my mouth water and my heart happy. Ever since I was a little kid, I have loved marshmallows and I am sure any kid who has ever tasted those soft marshmallows will swear by how wonderful they are. I was surprised to know that marshmallows are no longer made from the herb marshmallow. It was until the 1880s that these soft cookies were made from the sap of marshmallows. But today they are mostly made from gelatin. //ws-in.amazon-adsystem.com/widgets/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&OneJS=1&Operation=GetAdHtml&MarketPlace=IN&source=ac&ref=tf_til&ad_type=product_link&tracking_id=shaha1600-21&marketplace=amazon&region=IN&placement=B01LXJNIXK&asins=B01LXJNIXK&linkId=98984e61e5a71b0a048bc4d7685bff9d&show_border=false&link_opens_in_new_window=false&price_color=333333&title_color=0066c0&bg_color=ffffff The plant marshmallow is a gift of nature, a beautiful herb that is blessed by nature with bountiful...

Are you looking for a healthy and nutritious evening snack? Then look no further than the delicious sunflower seeds. This nutty tasting seed with its firm yet tender texture will take care of your hunger, while providing you with a host of nutrients. The sunflower is an herbaceous annual plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. The botanical name of this plant is Helianthus annuus. The plant is native to the Middle American region and its leading producers are Russia, China, the USA and Argentina. The beautiful sunflower produces gray to white conical shaped seeds with a smooth surface. Each sunflower head contains hundreds of edible oil seeds. Nutritional Value of Sunflower Seeds: These crunchy seeds are an excellent source of health benefitting nutrients like vitamin A, E and B1 and 6, folate and niacin. A 100 grams serving contains around 35.17 grams of vitamin E. They contain good amounts of copper, manganese, selenium, magnesium and phosphorus. It comes packed with essential fatt...

Never mind you have stained your most adorable clothes with turmeric, but make sure that you include this herb in your food. Turmeric (haldi) is one of the most popular and oldest spices known for its medicinal properties. It is used widely in Asian cuisines, especially in India. In India, turmeric has been used in Ayurvedic medicines due to its therapeutic properties. Turmeric is a bright yellow colored herbaceous rhizome (root) belonging to the ginger family native to the Himalayan mountains. Curcumin compound in turmeric imparts a bright yellow color to it and is the main reason for its medicinal properties. Turmeric has a long list of health benefits because of its medicinal properties and nutritional value. It has anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and therefore can be used in many forms. Turmeric root is ground to prepare turmeric powder which is widely used as a spice. Turmeric milk and turmeric tea are equally beneficial. It can also be dir...

There is a shift in the way we think and view the world. The trend today is to go natural. Nature has everything we need. And if we value our life, it makes sense to minimize the amount of chemicals we pump into our body. Herbs have been valued since ancient times because of their variety of culinary uses as well as medicinal value. Most of them form an important part of our diet. Sage is one such herb, which is known since ancient Roman times. In fact, it was specifically used in the traditional Thanksgiving Dinner hosted during the fall season. Also called garden sage or common sage, it is basically a perennial evergreen plant belonging to the Lamiaceae (mint) family along with herbs like oregano, rosemary, lavender, basil and thyme. It is native to the Mediterranean and south-eastern Europe. It derives its scientific name from the Latin word “salvere” which means “to be saved.” This herb grows to a height of a foot or more. It has greyish green lance shaped leaves with a silvery blo...

Jackfruit is an Asian tropical fruit that belongs to the family of Moraceae which is normally found in tropical areas like Thailand MalaysiaIndia Bangladesh Nepal Sri Lanka and also inBrazil. High in protein Jackfruit seeds contain a good amount of protein This can be added to different dishes that you prepare You can also replace lentils in your daily diet with jackfruit seeds. Immunity Jackfruit is a great source of Vitamin C and antioxidants which can strengthen your immune system A strong immune system can protect the body from many common diseases such as cough cold and flu. Energy Jackfruit is loaded with carbohydrate and calorie This is a rich source of simple sugar like fructose and sucrose that gives instant energy The fruit contains zero cholesterol that makes it a safe and healthy food. Maintains blood pressure Jackfruit has potassium that maintains the sodium level in the body Good level of potassium helps to maintain the fluid level to balance electrolyte Hence it...

Pomegranate seed oil is extremely nutritious and rich, which is used internally and externally for cosmetic and medicinal purposes. The regenerative properties of pomegranate oil make it an indispensable ingredient in many skin care products. It is included in most cosmetics formulas like soap, shower gels, massage oils, moisturizer and other skin care products. It is also used as a vaporizer and a diffuser. It is mainly composed of Sabinene, Mycenae, Limonene, Alpha Pinene and Terpinenol. Only a meagre amount is needed to achieve positive results. Benefits of Pomegranate Seed Oil for Skin and Health : 1. Reinvigorates Skin: Pomegranate seed oil stimulates “keratinocytes”, major cells found in the outer layer of the skin. This helps to reverse skin damage, revive skin and reveal a more youthful appearance. 2. Fights Against Free Radicals: Pomegranate seed oil contains a unique polyunsaturated oil called “punicic acid”, an omega 5 fatty acid, which has strong anti-inflammatory propertie...

Most people put aside the seeds of papaya and put them in the dust but you will stop doing this by learning about the benefits. These small seeds are actually eatable and their taste is also good. In fact you can use them instead of black pepper. Its seeds contain protein, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus along with phenolic and flavonoid compounds. Papaya seeds contain antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiparacic and antibacterial properties.   Papaya seeds contain high amounts of digestive enzymes which help break protein fiber and helps in the natural digestive process. Since papaya seeds have antibacterial properties. It stays with stomach problems. This is effective against ecolysis, salmonella and Staphylococcus infection. Its seeds help in combating food poisoning by killing pathogens in the stomach. And besides, papaya seeds help in normalizing the acidic environment in the intestinal tract for healthy digestive sy...

Here are a few of the major health benefits of pudina that you might not be aware of: 1. Boosts Immunity: Rich in vitamin C, peppermint leaves help in boosting the immune system. 2. Helps Fight Bad Breath: One of the best known benefits of peppermint leaves is that it is known for its rich anti-bacterial properties. All that you need to do is take a few peppermint leaves and just chew on them. 3. Helps Fight Indigestion: If you are suffering from indigestion, then peppermint leaves is one herb that can help. 4. Helps Fight Headache & Nausea: Peppermint is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Take a few drops of mint oil and apply it on to your forehead and the temple area. 5. Prevents Respiratory Disease: If you find any difficulty in breathing with your lungs, check out for mint leaves. Peppermint leaves contain rosmarinic acid, known for its rich antioxidant properties that help neutralize the free radicals and block the inflammatory chemicals, which affect...

It’s a good source of vitamin C Citrus fruits like lemons are high in vitamin C which is a primary antioxidant that helps protect cells from damaging free radicals. Vitamin C may reduce your risk of  cardiovascular disease  and stroke and lower blood pressure Research published in Stroke showed that people with low vitamin C levels especially obese men with high blood pressure have a higher risk of stroke Vitamin C may also help prevent or limit the duration of the common cold in some people, although studies are conflicting. It improves your skin quality Vitamin C found in lemons may help reduce skin wrinkling A study published in the American Society for Clinical Nutrition concluded that people who consumed more vitamin C have less risk of wrinkled and dry skin. It supports weight loss A study published in the Journal of Clinical Biochemistry and Nutrition showed that polyphenol antioxidants found in ...

Oregano Tea  oregano has been gaining popularity as a natural remedy for many common health problems. Both fresh and dried oregano leaves have volatile oils with carminative, stomachic, diuretic, diaphoretic, expectorant, antibacterial, antioxidant, antimicrobial and mild tonic properties. Oregano is also an excellent source of vitamins and minerals. It is high in vitamins A, C, and E complex, as well as zinc, magnesium, iron, calcium, potassium, copper, manganese and niacin. Many researchers have shown that Oregano has a more powerful effect on your body than BHT or BHA which are synthetic antioxidants that are usually added to packed eatables. Now oregano tea helps you with oxidation and also with bad cholesterol. It actually has proved to lower it drastically. Oregano tea Recipe  Ingredients  2 and half cup of water 5-6 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves 1 tablespoon organic honey Process  1. Boil the water for about 10 minutes. 2. Add oregano leaves and let it...

शीशम बहुगुनी औषधि  सभी जगह पर आसानी से मिलने वाला शीशम त्वचा रोगों, कुष्ठ रोगों, धातु रोगों, पीरियड्स के रोगों, प्रमेह, जोड़ों के दर्द, उल्टी के रोगों में अत्यंत प्रभावकारी है. शीशम सर्वत्र पाया जाने वाला  वृक्ष है. असम, उत्तर प्रदेश, मध्य प्रदेश, पंजाब, राजस्थान सहित सम्पूर्ण भारत में बहुतायत से मिलने वाला छायादार वृक्ष है, ये प्राय सड़कों के किनारे लगा हुआ मिल जाता है. यह छोटा किन्तु सघन, चिकनी, चमकीली पत्तियों वाला एक स्वच्छ दिखाई देने वाला वृक्ष है. पत्तियां, संलंग्न किनारे एवम नुकीले शीर्श्वाली, जालीय विन्यास युक्त होती हैं. फूल छोटे छोटे एवम गुच्छों में विकसित होती हैं. फल चपटे, फलीदार 2-4 बीजों वाले होते हैं. इस वृक्ष की लकड़ी अत्यंत मजबूत होती है, इसलिए फर्नीचर, इमारत आदि में इसका अधिक प्रयोग किया जाता है Properties शीशम एन्टीआक्सीडेन्ट, वायोकनिन, टेक्टोरिजेनिन, एन्टीफ्ररेटिक, एन्टीफलेमेन्टरी, एन्टीएरेटिक, र्लाविडल, एन्टीपलास्टिमोल, एन्टीडाईहोरियल, एन्टीबैक्टीरियल आदि योगिक तत्वों गुणों से सम्पन पाई गई है। आर्युवेदिक औषधि के रूप में शीशम सफल करगर औषधि है। शीशम के औषधीय मह...

Sheesham Tree Sheesham is a self-grown plant and found all over India. It looks like a simpler tree, but has numerous uses and health properties. Property of sheesham Sheesham is bitter, pungent and astringent in nature. The plant is intrinsically warm and cures swelling and oedema. It has also the potential to cause miscarriage. Chemical content  LEAVES: Isoflavone-O-glycoside FLOWERS: Biochenin A, tectorigenin, 7, 4 dimethyle tectorigenin and 7-O- methyle tectorigenin GREEN PODS: Mesoinisitol, 7-O- methyle tectorigenin and 4’-rhamnoglucoside MATURE PODS: Isocaviumin, tectorigenin, dalbergin, caviunin and tannins STEM BARK: Dalberginone, dalbergin, methyl dalbergin and dalbergichromene HEARTWOOD: Dalbergin, nordalberginones, dalbergichromene, fixid oil and essential oils. sheesham leave  Medicinal Benefits of sheesham tree 1. Aids in Dermatoses- Mix the mucilage of its leaves in sweet oil. Apply this mixture on the bruised damages skin. Or, give 50-100 ml decoction of its lea...